Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Operum and AI agent orchestration.
General
What is Operum?
Operum is a multi-agent, multi-platform desktop application that orchestrates 6 specialized AI agents to automate development, marketing, and community workflows. Available on macOS, Windows, and Linux.
What AI engine does Operum use?
Operum currently runs on your Claude Code Max subscription ($100+). You bring your own AI engine — no separate API keys needed. More engines (Codex, Copilot, Cursor) are coming soon.
Is my code sent to the cloud?
Agents run locally on your machine. When an agent processes a task, code context is sent to Claude's API for AI processing, subject to Anthropic's privacy policy. Operum itself does not store your code on our servers.
What platforms are supported?
macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel), Windows 10+, and Linux (Debian/Ubuntu, Fedora/RHEL, Arch via debtap). Mobile control is coming soon.
Do I need GitHub?
No. GitHub integration is optional. You can use Operum for content, marketing, and community workflows without connecting a repository. For code-related tasks, GitHub is recommended.
Agents
Do I need to start agents manually?
Yes. Agents don't run automatically — click Start on the Agents page to activate each one. This gives you full control over which agents are active and when.
Can agents work autonomously?
Agents work autonomously within defined boundaries. Nothing ships without your approval unless you enable Auto-Approve. For sensitive operations, agents always ask for confirmation.
Can I use only some agents?
Yes. Start and stop individual agents as needed. All plans include access to all 6 agents.
Can I customize agent behavior?
Yes. Choose the AI model and conversational style for each agent. Add custom instructions for project-specific behavior. See Teams & Projects for details.
How do agents communicate?
Agents coordinate through a file-based system in your project directory. The PM receives updates from other agents, delegates work, and tracks progress — all automatically.
Pricing & Plans
Is there a free trial?
Yes. New users get a 14-day free trial with access to all 6 agents and 1 project. No credit card required.
What do I need to pay for?
You need two things: an Operum subscription (starting at $49/mo) and a Claude Code Max subscription ($100+). Operum orchestrates the team; Claude Code powers the AI. More engine options are coming soon.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. All subscriptions are month-to-month with no long-term commitment. Cancel anytime from your account settings.
Technical
Does Operum work offline?
The desktop app launches offline, but agents require internet access to communicate with Claude for AI processing.
How are updates delivered?
Operum includes automatic updates. When a new version is available, you'll see a notification in the app. Updates are cryptographically signed.
Where is my data stored?
All project data is stored locally on your machine in your team's working directory. Operum doesn't store your code or project data on our servers.
How do I report bugs?
Join our Discord community or report issues on GitHub. Include your platform and version number.